Threatened by same gangs

In response to your correspondent M Gibson (Never See 'Plastic' Police Force, 2.2.05) my comments were strictly pointing out that if this officer was not prepared to give 100pc in his duty as a community police officer, then he should seriously think about returning to his previous employment.

In response to your correspondent M Gibson (Never See 'Plastic' Police Force, 2.2.05) my comments were strictly pointing out that if this officer was not prepared to give 100pc in his duty as a community police officer, then he should seriously think about returning to his previous employment.

I made no comment either defending or attacking the enforcement agencies.

If you read this letters page and, indeed, read the Gazette on a nightly basis, you will find that, since taking my role as ward councillor, I have pointed out that anti-social behaviour of all kinds is totally unacceptable and is the number one fear of decent people.

If, as you state, you have made reports to the council on the problems you highlight with little success, you could always contact myself or my colleague Cllr Porley with regards to assisting you.

Only last month we had Ray Mallon at the community centre and this subject was very high on the agenda. Why did you not attend and voice your opinion?

You also ask where am I on an evening with regard to the drunken gangs at Penrith shops. Well sir/madam I am approximately 100 yards away to the top of Delamere Road. Or I would be at work with the fire service.

While you make reference to my lack of effort or support regarding anti-social behaviour on Park End may I comment that the same gangs have made threats to my home and my car being burned out because I refuse to let them roam around the estate committing offences against residents and council property.

I will continue to tackle the very same with enthusiasm until the voters tell me different.